Water Lateral Fees

Fees
The following fees are for the installation / replacement of the water service line from the street into the curb line only. This work is performed by our water maintenance personnel, and it is paid for by the home or business owner.

1-inch Water Lateral
  • 1-inch Water Lateral: $375
  • Street Opening: $225
  • Total Due: $600
1.5-inch Water Lateral
  • 1.5-inch Water Lateral: $475
  • Street Opening: $225
  • Total Due: $700
2-inch Water Lateral
  • 2-inch Water Lateral: $550
  • Street Opening: $225
  • Total Due: $775
If you are unsure what size service may be required, please feel free to contact our Water Maintenance Office at 856-825-7000, ext. 7613, for guidance.

Additional Fees for State Highways and County Roadways
In addition to the above-mentioned fees, if your property is on a state highway (Route 49 or Route 47) an additional fee is required for street openings in the amount of $550.
If your property is on a county roadway an additional fee is required for street openings in the amount of $110.00.

Application Information
To apply for a water service installation or renewal, please visit our City Hall Building Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. through 4 p.m. Bring a check payable for the water service that you require. If your property is on a state highway, bring two checks made out to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. One check should be in the amount of $150, and the second check should be in the amount of $400. If your property is on a county roadway bring a check made out to Cumberland County Treasurer in the amount of $110.00.

For more information, please feel free to contact our Water Maintenance Department at 856-825-7000, ext. 7613.